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Prior to the Dec. 9 Board of Aldermen meeting, Director of Parks and Recreation Chris Conway found himself engaging in some light banter with a pair of Ballwin police officers. When asked if he would have a long time on the stage that night, Conway shrugged off their assumption that achieving passage of a bill and two consent items would take some time.

The Wildwood City Council passed the proposed 2020 budget on Dec. 9 following discussion on multiple line items, including the annual BBQ Bash.

Whether you’re popping champagne, watching fireworks, smooching a sweetheart or joining in a lively rendition of “Auld Lang Syne” at midnight, many New Year’s traditions have roots that date back literally thousands of years, yet remain mainstays in today’s festivities.

The latest in local business news.

Following a doctor’s advice to eat more daily servings of vegetables as part of a heart-healthy diet is not an easy task for those who have inherited a certain gene … one which makes many healthy foods taste extremely bitter.

The latest in local sports news.

Students at MICDS [Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School] formed a human “Turkey Train” during a special all-school Thanksgiving assembly on Monday, Nov. 25.

Editorial from the Dec. 11 issue.

Williams' editorial from the Dec. 11 issue.

Letters to the editor from the Dec. 11 issue.